Relevant Events

Here I will share upcoming opportunities to learn more about the disease and the role genetics play in our everyday lives as survivors and previvors. 

Decoding genetic tests for parents to be

May 12 @7pm CDT

Free resources and exercise classes for cancer patients uploaded to Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU's YouTube channel

Hereditary Cancer Risk and Men - webinar

 As you all know, the BRCA gene has made an imprint on the ladies in our family. We don't know a lot about how the gene would have or impacted our male family members because we don't really have any left. 

Unfortunately, the genetics don't discriminate :(

Learn how our risk impacts the men in our circles. 

Register here

More information on hereditary cancers can be found here. More information on breast cancer in men can be found here. 

Overview

Gain information and resources about hereditary cancer risks facing Jewish men and their families at this virtual panel program, featuring:
  •  Gershon Locker, MD, FACP, Medical Oncologist
  •  Sari Ticker, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  •  Scott Weissman, MS, CGC, Genetic Counselor
  •  Moderated by Paul C. Kredow, PsyD, HSPP

The virtual program will begin at 7 PM CDT.

Attendees can participate in a moderated discussion about caregiver support immediately following the program.

When

Wednesday, April 21, 2021
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM CDT

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Where

Virtual
Zoom link will be shared in advance of the program

Cost

FREE. Advance registration required.

Contact

For any questions, please contact us at 312-357-4718 or JewishGenetics@juf.org.